Sticks & Steins
Ball Hockey Tournament
K-W Oktoberfest Ball Hockey Tournament
Hockey with Hans | Sticks & Steins
Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12, 2025 | Downtown Kitchener
Welcome to the Sticks & Steins Ball Hockey Tournament! Get ready for non-stop action with thrilling ball hockey tournaments, on-site activations, live music, and cultural displays, all set against the lively backdrop of Oktoberfest. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer, this is your chance to compete, have fun, and be part of an unforgettable weekend! After the games, relax and enjoy a cold beer at our Biergarten, celebrating Germany’s rich brewing history. Don’t miss special appearances by the iconic Onkel Hans and the legendary WunderWagen, plus the thrilling award ceremony! Grab your team and get ready for the ultimate Oktoberfest ball hockey experience!
Registration opens on April 14th, 2025!
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Tournament Information
Join us for an epic ball hockey tournament that’s fun for all ages! Experience fast-paced action on the court, then keep the party going all weekend long at the Oktoberfest celebrations—whether it’s at the Willkommen Platz or KIDtoberfest. Don’t miss out on the games, the fun, and the unforgettable vibes all weekend!
Event Details
The tournament will be held outdoors at the Manulife Parking lot located in DTK.
The youth teams (U7-U19) will kick things off on Friday, October 10th, with thrilling matches leading up to the championship games on Saturday morning, October 11th.
The excitement continues with the adult teams, who will compete on Saturday, October 11th, and Sunday, October 12th, with the highly anticipated championship games wrapping up the tournament on Sunday afternoon. Don’t miss a moment of the action!
Divisions
Get ready for an incredible lineup of teams and leagues, featuring U7, U9, U11 Competitive, U11 Fun, U13 Competitive, U13 Fun, U15 Competitive, U15 Fun, U17 Competitive, U17 Fun, U19 Competitive, U19 Fun, Adult Fun, Adult Competitive, and 50+!
All leagues consist of 6 players + a goalie, with U7 and U9 teams featuring 8 players + a goalie. Team registration is just $550+HST, and if you want to add extra players, it’s only $50+HST per player. Get your team together and join the fun!
Registration Perks
Each player on the youth teams will score a Hockey with Hans shirt, a delicious pretzel, and plenty of other exciting surprises!
Adult team players will get their hands on a Sticks & Steins shirt, a VIP pass to the Biergarten, and even more thrilling goodies to come!
Plus, we’re bringing the fun with a community rink sponsored by the Kitchener Rangers, a variety of food trucks, awesome vendors, appearances by the legendary Onkel Hanks, the iconic WunderWagen, and so much more! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend!
Add-Ons
Upgrade your squad with a Sticks & Steins jersey
Get a Hockey with Hans mini stick for the whole team to show off their skills
Rock a Sticks & Steins ball cap with your crew
Want even more fun? Grab extra VIP passes to the Biergarten so your crew (19+) can join in on the party!
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Be part of this year’s inaugural Sticks & Steins Ball Hockey Tournament by applying for vendor space today!
